Giltspur Scientific Ltd

Established in 1991 and based in Northern Ireland, Giltspur Scientific Ltd are the manufacturers and distributors of Cowslips - the original orthopaedic shoe for the treatment of lameness in dairy cattle.

Following on from the success of Cowslips, the official launch of Horse-Slips heralded the arrival of a revolutionary innovation in equine hoof care.

Linnodee Diagnostics

Linnodee has established itself as an expert in the research, development and commercialisation of high quality diagnostic tests at our site in Northern Ireland. We develop new, innovative and rapid diagnostic tests for existing and emerging infectious diseases in animals and humans with particular expertise in Leptospirosis diagnosis.
The methodology behind Linnodee’s tests include Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA), Agglutination Tests and Lateral Flow Tests. Linnodee is an accredited organisation, working to ISO Standards 9001 and 13485.

Our Events & Exhibitions

27th November – 1st December 2017 - We are pleased to announce that Linnodee will be sponsoring and attending the 10th International Leptospirosis Society Meeting in Palmerston North, New Zealand.

Wednesday 7th February 2018 - Cowslips are pleased to be exhibiting for the first time at Dairytech 2018 on Wednesday 7th February at Stoneleigh Park.

Wednesday 12th September 2018 - Cowslips are pleased to be exhibiting for the second time at UK Dairy Day. The event takes place at The International Centre, Telford on Wednesday 12th September 2018. You can find us at stand L8 in the Ludlow Suite.

12th - 15th November 2018 - Linnodee are delighted to be exhibiting at Medica 2018 in Düsseldorf, Germany from 12th-15th November. You will find us in hall 16, stand F10-1.

Wednesday 21st November 2018 - Cowslips are delighted to not only be exhibiting, but also sponsoring the Best Livestock Award at Agriscot 2018 at the Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh. You can find us at stand 11.